Question

Role of esters in daily life

Answer 1

WHAT ARE THE USES OF ESTERS?

9/3/2014

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 Esters are non-hydrocarbon organic compounds which contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. An ester is the product of ‘esterification’ reaction occurring between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol. A molecule of water is eliminated when a carboxylic acid combines with an alcohol to form an ester. The diagram shows how esterification happens and where the water comes from:

Esters have many uses in both the living world and industries. Esters called parables are used as food and drug preservatives because they can prevent the growth of microorganisms such as molds and yeast. Furthermore, esters have sweet fruit smells and with low molecular mass. Their properties make them suitable for the preparation of cosmetics and perfumes. The lower the molecular mass, the stronger the odors they carry are. These esters are used as food additives to improve the flavor and smell of processed foods.

Answer 2

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WHAT ARE THE USES OF ESTERS?9/3/2014

19 Comments

 Esters are non-hydrocarbon organic compounds which contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. An ester is the product of ‘esterification’ reaction occurring between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol. A molecule of water is eliminated when a carboxylic acid combines with an alcohol to form an ester. The diagram shows how esterification happens and where the water comes from:

Esters have many uses in both the living world and industries. Esters called parables are used as food and drug preservatives because they can prevent the growth of microorganisms such as molds and yeast. Furthermore, esters have sweet fruit smells and with low molecular mass. Their properties make them suitable for the preparation of cosmetics and perfumes. The lower the molecular mass, the stronger the odors they carry are. These esters are used as food additives to improve the flavor and smell of processed foods.